Housed within a building dating back to the early 1900s, the space originated as a pub, and over the years, it underwent transformations, serving as a printshop in the 1960s before standing empty for several years. The recent renovation of SAMMA spanned eight months, and the space has been transformed. Featuring a 40sqm dance floor, a cozy hangout area, a baby grand piano for live performances, and a full kitchen. The preservation of historic elements such as the iron round staircase and old interior windows adds to the charm, where exposed brick meets modern furnishings in a seamless blend of old-world and contemporary aesthetics.

Located at Hofkamp 185, the space enjoys a prime position directly opposite the Schwebebahn station "Landgericht," a landmark of the same era. The River Wupper flows also in front of SAMMA. Situated in the Valley of Wuppertal, the space neighbors the Landgericht (district court) adding to its significance within the region.

The word SAMMA, derived from the German phrase "Sag Mal" (Tell me), encapsulates the essence of contradiction inherent in the local Bergisches Platt dialect of Wuppertal. In this unique linguistic tradition, words are often combined and shortened at the beginning of sentences, allowing for quicker communication. Additionally, the name holds a personal touch, nodding to the nickname "Sam".